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Angles’ Closet Charities to host Hope Grows 2016 Senior Fashion Show at Redlands Country Club Day Rally

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the latest in spring and summer fashion from Denm, nectar and seed will hit the runway may 14 as angels’ closet charities hosts the 3rd annual spring Fashion show. mer — Angels’ Closet Charities May 6. Ticket price includes lunch annual Spring Fashion Show is and silent auction opportunities as here’s still time to catch May 14. up on the hottest fashion Tickets for the fundraising event Fashion, cont. on next pg. trends for spring and sum- are $50 and are on sale through

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Families have ‘The Best Day Ever’ at Mansion Memories event in Redlands

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nland Empire seniors are invited to register and attend the 2016 Senior Rally Day. The event will be held on Wednesday, May 11 at the State Capitol in Sacramento from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Seniors who would like voice their issues and concerns they face, as well as to raise awareness and remind legislators to make senior issues a priority, are encouraged to register. Donations to sponsor seniors for the trip are also needed. To learn more, call 909-7172083.

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Families enjoyed “the Best Day ever” as guests of rapunzel and Flynn at the Burrage mansion april 16. the event, hosted by the local nonprofit mansion memories, brought together more than 100 families.

By Yazmin Alvarez

Bubbles and children’s laughter filled the Burrage Mansion during Mansion Memories’ Magical Day. The event, held in April, brings together more than 100 families

from throughout the Inland-area. songs, a puppet show, music and This year, families affected by the several crafts. December 2, 2015 attack in San Mansion Memories is a nonBernardino were invited. profit organization that hosts As part of the event, families were treated as guests of Rapunzel Best Day, cont. on next pg. and Flynn and enjoyed stories,

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a student model walks the runway during last year’s angels’ closet charities fashion show at redlands east valley high school. the organization provides clothing and accessories to students in need. Fashion, cont. from front well as prize drawings.

This year’s event, Hope Grows Fashion, will be held at the Redlands Country Club, 1749 Garden Street, and will once again highlight the latest in styles from DenM, Nectar and Seed along with formal wear. At the end of the show, three outfits complete with shoes and accessories, will be auctioned off with the proceeds benefitting the

nonprofit. Those with the winning bids will have the opportunity to keep the outfits or donate the clothing to Angels’ Closet. Based out of Redlands East Valley High, Angel’s Closet is a boutique-style organization that collects and distributes new and gently used school clothes, formal attire, business attire, graduation caps and gowns and other necessities to students experiencing severe financial difficulties. Angels’ Closet accepts new and gently-used clothing and accessory donations year round.

To learn more about the organization or to donate, visit www.angels-closet.org. Check can be mailed to Angels’ Closet Charities, P.O. Box 648, Mentone 92359. The fashion show will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. To purchase tickets to this year’s fashion show, visit www.hopegrows.eventbrite.com.

Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter with Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.

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Families enjoyed “the Best Day ever” at the Burrage mansion april 16. the event, hosted by the local nonprofit mansion memories, brought together more than 100 families. Guests were treated to crafts, music and other activities. Best Day, cont. from front

events for children and families experiencing hardships. The group works closely with the Rochford Foundation to provide one-of-kind events for families at the Burrage

Mansion.Upcoming Mansion Memories Magical Day events are planned in September. Nominations for families to attend will be accepted in July and can be submitted at mansionmemories.org. Donations from businesses and volunteers for the events are also being sought. To learn more, send

an email to mansionmemoriesmm@gmail.com.

Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter with Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.

Gloria’s Corner

Gloria Macias Harrison

Special Forum: The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will hold a special forum to discuss changes to residential electric rates for customers of Southern California Edison on Tuesday, May 31 at 6 p.m. at San Bernardino City Hall. This is the first time the full commission CPUC is having a meeting in the Inland Empire. Consumers will hear a presentation on the new rate structure and have the opportunity to ask questions. It is important that we, who live in a hot climate zone, understand the new rate system and its impact on our electric rate.

Thankful: This week is Teacher Appreciation Week and I am reflecting on how truly fortunate I have been to have had some remarkable teachers who encouraged and provided opportunities for me to grow and

Save the Date:

Saturday, May 7 - Sinfonia Mexicana presents "Amor Eterno", a special Mother's Day Concert at Whitmer Auditorium, 777 W. Valley Blvd., Colton at 6 p.m. The concert will feature Vicky Cabrera, Sinfonia Mexicana Mariachi Youth Academy, Ballet Folklorico Del Desierto and Rafael Palomar. For tickets call 909.884.3228. All proceeds from learn. Starting with my family and this event benefit Sinfonia Mexicontinuing with elementary, mid- cana Academy Programs. dle school, high school, community college and the university, Saturday, May 7 - Inland Emteachers and mentors have inspired pire Lighthouse for the Blind presand encouraged me, in some cases ents its 14th Annual Cruise for pushed and shoved, to move be- Sight Car Show & Sanctioned Reyond my comfort zone. Thank gional Chili Cook-Off at Sylvan you, I am a learner and an educator Park, Redlands from 7 a.m. to 3 as a result of your efforts. p.m. Host car club is "Over The Hill Gang, Berdoo" and will feaExhibits: ture American Hot Rods, Customs, Now - May 14 - the Robert and Antiques, Low Riders, Foreign, Frances Fullerton Museum of Art Motorcycles and Classic Schwinn of Cal State San Bernardino pres- Bicycles. Food, entertainment, ents Time + Place: 47 Years of Art vendor and information booths Faculty at CSUSB. In celebration and drawings will be part of this of CSUSB's 50th Anniversary, this benefit for Inland Empire Lightexhibit will feature the artwork of house for the Blind. For informamore than 30 past and current fac- tion call 909.884.3121 ulty members of the CSUSB, Department of Art, spanning 47 years Saturday, May 7 - the Colton of teaching and creating. For Area Museum and Historical Sogallery hours and parking informa- ciety present "Taste of Colton" its tion call 909.537.7373 or visit annual fund appeal during the 3rd RAFFMA.csusb.edu annual Museum Day at 380 N. La Cadena Dr., Colton. This event Now - Sunday June 5 - the On- features food from great restautario Museum of History & Art rants, art exhibits, and entertainpresents Ontario Invitational Art ment. For vendor and exhibit Exhibition at 225 South Euclid information call 909.824.8814. Ave., Ontario. This free admission event will feature the work of An- Saturday, May 14 - the San drea Benitez, Karen Clark, Bernardino Public Library will Chick Curtis, Marion Draayer, host "A One-Man Archy & MehitaLinda Garcia-Dahle, Gina Law- bel Show!” by actor Gale McNeeson Egan, Steven Long and ley at 3 p.m. This free performance David Rosales. Gallery hours are will be held in the Bing Wong Aunoon to 4 p.m. Thursday thru Sun- ditorium at the Feldheym Central day. For information call Library, 555 W. 6th Street. Mc909.395.2510. Neeley's wry one-man show serves as both an introduction for Friday, May 5 - June 10 - the newcomers to the wit of the satirist Mexican Consul Salomon Rosas Don Marquis who created these Rodriguez presents De Colores, characters 100 years ago and a celan exhibit by Mexican Artist Anna ebration for old fans. The characZehnder at the consulate office, ters of Archy, a cockroach with the 293 North D Street, San soul of a poet, and Mehitabel, an Bernardino. For information call alley cat with a celebrated past 909.889.7846 have been beloved by generations

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • May 5, 2016 • Page A3 of readers and are part of the American pop culture. For information on this program sponsored by the Friends of the San Library, call Bernardino 909.381.8238 or visit www.sbpl.org

Canyon, enjoy drinks and appetizers from local vintners, brewers & eateries while enjoying live music. For ticket information call 951.784.6962 or visit www.gardens.ucr.edu

Thursday, May 19 - the City of San Bernardino presents Art Walk Night, an evening of student art and music performances in downtown from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Exhibitors, activities, performances and food will occur in different venues within the downtown area and easily accessible for all to enjoy. Featured will be California State University San Bernardino, San Bernardino City Unified School District, San Bernardino Valley College, Chalk Art Activity, Saturday's May 14 - Feeding Food Trucks and Music PerformAmerica Riverside - San ances. For information visit Bernardino present "March www.SBCity.org/SBArtNight Against Hunger Walk/Run" from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m. at the San Monday, May 23 - last Manuel Stadium in San Bernardino. Entertainment and ac- day to register to vote tivities will continue until noon. in the June 7th priFor information call 951.359.4754 mary! or visit FeedingAmericaIE.org Saturday, May 14 - the San Bernardino County Museum Association presents its First Annual "Bucky Ball" at the Museum, 2024 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands from 6 to 10 p.m. This Black Tie optional event will feature a wine pairing dinner, live auction and jazz. Proceeds benefit the Museum's education programs. For ticket information call 909.798.8625.

Sunday, May 15 - the American Legion Post 777 invites the community to a bus trip “Come Along and Ride on our Fantastic Voyage” to Hornblower's Champagne Brunch Cruise from Newport Beach. Proceeds from this fundraiser will sponsor two Cajon High students to the American Legion's Boys State Program. The bus leaves from the Post's center, 194 East 40th Street (corner of Sepulveda) at 8:30 a.m. and returns approximately at 3 p.m. Featured is a two and half hour cruise, which includes a delicious brunch. For sign up and deposit information call or text Vice Commander Celeste Williams at 909.890.6959 or contact the Post at 909.882.3110 due to limited seating an early sign up is recommended.

Friday, May 27 - Providing Opportunities, Dreams, and Education (PODER) at the University of California, Riverside presents its 7th annual fundraising event, "Keeping Dreams Alive": Investing in the Dream Banquet at the Highlander Union Building Banquet Room from 6 to 9 p.m. PODER is a student organization dedicated to disseminating information, developing resources and providing a support network for undocumented students who are pursuing higher education. For ticket and sponsorship information contact Estella Acuna at estella.acuna@ucr.edu

Favorite Quote: "If kids come to us from strong, healthy, functioning families, it makes our job easier. If they do not come from strong healthy, Sunday, May 15 - Friends of the functioning families, it makes our University of California Botanic job more important." Gardens present Primavera In The -Barbara Colorose Gardens from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Botanic Gardens on campus. To submit an event or info to This afternoon event allows partic- Gloria’s Corner please email ipants to stroll through Alder gloharrison@me.com

Words to Think About: A Mother’s Influence and Mother’s Day

By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

he Bible is filled with interesting stories that stimulate the mind and provide advice for meaningful living. Such is a story in the Book of Acts, chapter 5 and verse fifteen. The Apostle Peter was walking down the street and the Bible says his shadow fell upon some invalids and they were healed. What a story. It sounds unbelievable. Somewhat like a modern urban legend. However, since it’s in the Bible, I’ll take it at its word; accepting it as really happened.

However, as a retired minister, and a columnist, I’ll invoke a little literary license, and transpose the shadow into the word. INFLUENCE. How often have we-you and mebeen healed/helped by a friend, a loved one; or even an enemy by the shadow of his/her influence? Forget the many that we can think of and focus just on one. Your mother. My mother. Many years ago, my life reached a crossroads; a major decision. I became a Christian. A fallout of that decision was a “holier than thou” attitude and behavior. I acted the way I thought being born again meant acting pious and holy. I made a mistake that turned out the best thing that ever happened to a young Christian. I told my mother. I shared an account about a female friend that became pregnant without being married. In my pious, judgmental attitude, I was very superior. My mother’s shadow landed full force on me. She said, “Bill, did you ever think that your supposed friend might have benefited from your religious experience instead of being judged

by you?” Those words shocked some sense into me. I’ve never gotten over her words, even after all these words. Her influence was Jesus speaking, “Judge not that you be not judged.” On May 8, 2016 you and I will be celebrating Mother’s Day. Your mother’s shadow, her influence will bring memories of her example, her advice, her counsel and even your favorite food. The history of Mother’s Day goes back thousands of years to the ancient Greeks. They held festivities to honor Rhea, the mother of the gods. The early Christians recognized mothers on the fourth Sunday of Lent in honor of Mary, the mother of Jesus. In 1872, Julia Ward Howe organized a day for mothers dedicated to peace. However, in 1907, Anna May Jarvis (1864-1948) a Philadelphia schoolteacher began a movement to establish a National Day to honor mothers. She begged legislators and prominent business men to support her idea. Other attempts were made prior to 1907 but nothing took hold until May 12, 1907. On that date a small

service was held in the Andrew’s Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton, West Virginia where Anna Jarvis’ mother had been teaching Sunday School. The first “official” service was held on May 10, 1908 in the same church. Anna Jarvis then went throughout the country to establish Mother’s Day as a U.S. National Holiday. In 1910 the holiday was declared officially in West Virginia and the remaining states quickly followed suit. On May 8, 1914, the U.S. Congress passed a law making the second Sunday of May as Mother’s Day. The next day, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed it a National Holiday. In 1934, President Franklin D. Roosevelt approved a stamp commemorating the holiday. The Grafton Methodist Church is now the International Mother’s Day Shrine and is a National Historic Landmark. Three cheers for Anna Jarvis. Carnations have come to represent Mother’s Day since Anna Jarvis passed out 500 of them at the first celebration in 1908. Usually a pink carnation is worn if your mother is living and a white

one if she is dead. The average celebration of Mother’s Day generates approximately $2.6 billion in flowers, $1.53 billion on gifts and $68 million on greeting cards. And untold billions on dining out. It has been reliably verified that a close companion of Muhammad the Prophet said that the Prophet, was asked, “Who is most entitled for my good conduct?” The Prophet replied, “Your mother.” “Then whom?” was asked. Again the Prophet answered, “Your mother.” The question was repeated a third time and received the same answer. It was only when the questioner asked his question a fourth time that the Prophet replied, “Your father.” One further comment. If your mother has passed away, spend a few minutes thinking of her. If she is alive, communicate with her by way of a phone call, a card, a letter, spend some time with her – if possible, etc. WHY? BECAUSE YOUR MOTHER AND MINE GAVE US THE GREATEST GIFT WE WILL EVER RECEIVE-LIFE. Amen. Selah. So be it.

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By Anthony Victoria

We’re intellectuals now, let’s do better

t seems that indifference and hatred is more rampant than ever. I was reminded two weeks ago of the grim reality that is prevalent among students on college campuses, and it’s a problem that is hindering the critical makeup of these institutions. A classmate of mine, Alexander Wilson Jr., a History student at the University of California, Riverside (UCR), along with dozens of others organized a peaceful demonstration to denounce student apathy and bring to light issues of police brutality. After marching across campus, the group of students made a stop at the Tomas Rivera Library and blocked the entrance for several minutes. According to Wilson, several students responded to the protest by flipping them off, making derogatory statements, and consistently disrespecting their ability to exercise free speech. I get it. Some of us are aiming to study, work on assignments, and conduct research--all while juggling other daily responsibilities. We're all making the effort to become educators, leaders, and professionals of the future. However, how many of us are truly embracing the true decorum of the state’s premier public university? How many of us are embracing of UCR’s supposed student diversity? The Highlander newspaper on Tuesday published screenshots of a conversation that took place on social media platform YikYak.

One person who observed the protest from inside Rivera Library said, “To those ratchet [sic] protesters outside of Rivera how dare you get in the way of students during study time! Ridiculous.” In response, one person wrote, “We [are] all paying [to] go here and we have a right to the facilities. They have no right to block the library. If I had gone it would have been a [expletive] storm.” Another student responded by referring to the protesters as, “a bunch of chimps.” We do have the right to use the facilities, and we also have the right to voice any grievances. But to express forms of racist, discriminatory, and violent sentiments against fellow students is outright brainless and immature. In light of a recent incident in which hate speech against Muslims was manifested through the defacing of photos and of a Palestinian flag inside the Ethnic Studies department building, the aforementioned reactions to a civil disobedience further re-enforces the lack of empathy from students and the closed-minded nature of our campus culture. And a closed-minded culture leads to resistance for change. This refusal to accept civil disobedience, and more importantly free speech, is permeated throughout society. As the leaders of tomorrow, do we not want to be different from our predecessors? Do we not want to make an impact on our communities? We need to keep in mind that students like Alexander Wilson are attempting to bring forth substantial change that may make diversity and cultural acceptance a reality. The lack of interest and enthusiasm, as well as the prejudice and bigotry of a student may lead to unethical behaviors and practices as a future professional. Whether we like it or not, campus organizers--through their civil disobediences and fervent speeches--represent a significant constituency of university life. These bold young men and women challenge the status quo in a critical manner, without throwing a punch or without cursing at individuals. I challenge those who oppose these actions on campus to express their grievances in a rational way. In fact, I challenge those individuals on Yik Yak and other social media platforms to deliberately engage with other students on campus in a constructive fashion. After all, the University is a community of critical thinking and academic freedom--let us be intellectual, but also act it.

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A Special Thanks to an Unknown Woman

On March 30, 2016, nine gentlemen from the W6VAH amateur radio club and American Legion Post 106 met for lunch at Applebee’s on Redlands Blvd. While there is nothing particularly special about a group gathering for lunch, what took place March 30 is the kind of thing that restores faith in humanity and truly touched the hearts of our group. Members of the W6VAH club and American Legion Post 106 are proud of their country and proud of their past. As veterans serving in the Korean and Viet Nam wars these men are close friends who make it a point to continue serving their country and supporting fellow veterans through the actions of their daily lives. Every Monday-Friday they

meet to conduct an amateur radio “net” reaching out to operators around the world; often times communicating with other veterans. Every Wednesday following their net they meet at a different location for lunch. This past Wednesday as they dined at Applebee’s they received an incredible and very unexpected surprise when the waitress informed them that an anonymous woman had paid their entire check! Rather than bringing a bill to be paid, the waitress brought the paid slip to the table with a hand written note that read, “Thank you for your service! Have a blessed day!” Bert, The Last U.S. Navy Bugler, is still reeling from this awesome act of kindness, and another member has not stopped sharing

how touched he is by this random act of kindness. Other than the hats they wear representing the branches of military served, there is nothing of note drawing attention to this group. We certainly never expected anything like this to happen and it has never happened before, but wow, this touches our hearts and we need to say thanks! Neither the waitress or restaurant manager have seen the mystery woman, perhaps in her mid 20’s, before. You know who you are and we hope you see this so you will know how incredibly grateful we are for your generosity and thoughts!

school “reform” movement. The overarching goal of corporate reformers is privatization of our public school system. Corporate reformers are spending upwards of $4 billion a year to eliminate teacher unions, due process protection, open more charter schools and put more public Students Matter was formed by money into school vouchers. Silicon Valley billionaire David Welch for the sole purpose of They denigrate teachers and the suing the state of California to teaching profession as being the overturn due process protections cause of society’s ills. They befor teachers. lieve that teacher subject matter competency, credentials, adWelch is part of the corporate vanced degrees and experience

mean nothing and that anyone can teach with little or no training. They are not friends of public education, but seek to destroy it.

Readers could have easily mistaken this editorial on the reversal of Vergara v. State of California for a news release by Students Matter. This paper restated the assertions of Students Matter as if they were fact, when in fact, they are not.

Well, it is really refreshing to see that three out of five planning commissioners for Rancho Cucamonga at least have the public’s best interest in mind by voting to continue the Empire Lakes matter, even if it doesn’t go well for the opponents of this ill-con-

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Rather than advise parents to destroy our public schools by encouraging the use of the “parent trigger” law, you should have advised parents to get involved in their child’s education — the single most influential action parents can take to help their child be successful in school. Paul Clement, Upland

Empire Lakes project bad for city, residents

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ceived development.

I have no idea what the other two who voted against delaying this project have on their “agenda,” maybe they just don’t want their beautiful, fairly welldeveloped city to be compared with Diamond Bar, Pomona, Walnut, La Verne, San Dimas, Chino Hills, Chino, Ontario, Fontana, San Bernardino, Colton, Mira Loma, the list goes on, that have a golf course in their respective cities.

And to top it off, an Upland resident decides to pipe in and lament that his son might be forced to live in Beaumont if this development doesn’t go through? Well, I might forward the article that Neil Nisperos wrote to the mayor of Beaumont and see what he/she has to say about that.

My son is career military, five tours of duty, and he lives in Apple Valley because of the lower cost of housing. Sure, I wish him and my grandchildren lived closer, but it is what it is. I

suggest any resident of Upland who wants to see this project go through stay home and put your energy into helping solve your own city’s issues, which do not need to be brought up here in detail.

My service club meets on the same evenings as the Planning Commission, and my time and energy are best spent with them and helping my community help those less fortunate than others, or else I would have been there to express my views.

This project is bad for the city, bad for local residents, bad for business travelers who spend money at Empire Lakes and only good for the Lewis Company. Let’s find a reputable company who can run this Arnold Palmer designed course and keep Rancho Cucamonga proud. Bob Terry, Rancho Cucamonga

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California’s $15 Minimum Wage & The Enormous Impact It Will Have On Latinos In California

By Josefina López

hen I saw an interview with Dan Price, founder and CEO of

Gravity Payments, explain why he raised the company's minimum salary to $70,000 a year I was moved to tears. He said he had gone hiking with a fellow employee and when he heard that she was stressed out because they were raising her rent by $200, he realized that that amount was insignificant to him. He was making over a million dollars on his salary and couldn’t believe that someone he held in high regard was suffering because of a $200 increase. He felt her suffering and didn’t want her to suffer anymore. He did research and discovered that $70,000 is the amount you need to cover all of your basic needs so that you can be happy. Wow, a CEO who didn’t want to see his employees

suffer decides to forego the Capitalist logic that you have to have a college education to make lots of money or that you have to work your way to the top. He decided instead to value the humanity in each of his employees. So when I heard that California just passed a law to increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour I was excited to know we are moving in the right direction towards fairness. The City of Los Angeles had already passed legislation to go to a $15 minimum wage by 2020 and San Francisco to $15 by 2018. Now it’s all of California! The minimum wage will go to $10.50 in January 2017, $11 in January 2018, and then a dollar a year until the $15 benchmark. For companies with less than 25

employees it will take one year longer to hit $15. Our society has created a system where those it considers less valuable are always those underpaid. Although Latinos are the majority in California, 60% of all working Latinos in California make less than $15 an hour. 55% of all workers in California who are making less than $15 dollars are Latino. Overall 37% of all California employees make less than $15. California is the one of the wealthiest states in the nation as a result of the contributions of Latinos – and it’s great that Latino efforts are being recognized. We deserve to share in that wealth and we deserve not to suffer. Back when people were

Por eso, cuando supe que California acababa de aprobar una ley para aumentar el salario mínimo a $15 por hora, me emocionó saber que estamos encaminados hacia la justicia. La Ciudad de Los Ángeles ya había aprobado leyes para llegar a un salario mínimo de $15 para 2020, y San Francisco, a $15 para 2018. ¡Ahora esto será en todo California! El salario mínimo subirá a $10.50 en enero de 2017, a $11 en enero de 2018, y después un dólar cada año hasta llegar a los $15. Las empresas con menos de 25 empleados tardarán un año más en llegar a los $15. Nuestra sociedad ha creado un sistema en el cual se paga demasiado poco a quienes se cree son menos valiosos. Aun cuando los latinos componen la mayoría

en California, el 60% de todos los latinos trabajadores en el estado ganan menos de $15 por hora. El 55% de los trabajadores en California que ganan menos de $15 son latinos. En general, el 37% de los empleados en California gana menos de $15. Es uno de los estados más ricos de la nación como resultado de las contribuciones de los latinos—y es maravilloso que se reconozcan los sus esfuerzos. Merecemos compartir parte de esta riqueza y merecemos no sufrir. Cuando a la gente se le trataba como máquinas, era una idea radical pensar que pudiéramos tener una semana laboral de 40 horas. Ahora que comprendemos que los empleados son seres humanos, $15 por hora es lo correcto. Estoy con-

tenta de ir a votar y de saber que Bernie Sanders apoyó esta causa, la cual él llama “Un sueldo para vivir”.

treated like machines it was radical to think we could have a 40 hour week. Now that we understand employees are human beings, $15 an hour is right. I am happy going to vote knowing that this was a cause championed by Bernie Sanders, which he calls “A Living Wage.”

Josefina López is the author of over 80 plays, three books, and two movies. Her landmark creation was Real Women Have Curves, which has performed across the USA and been made into an Award Winning HBO movie.

El Salario mÌnimo de $15 y el enorme impacto que tendr· para los latinos en California

Por Josefina López

uando vi una entrevista con Dan Price—el fundador y CEO de Gravity Payments—donde explica por qué había aumentado el salario mínimo de la empresa a $70 mil al año, me conmoví mucho. Dijo que había ido a caminar en la montaña con una compañera y que cuando había escuchado que ella estaba estresada porque se le iba a subir la renta en $200, se dio cuenta de que esa cantidad era insignificante para él. Él ganaba un salario de más de un millón de dólares y no podía creer que alguien a quien él estimaba sufriera por un aumento de $200. Conmiseraba con ella y ya no quiso que sufriera. Se puso a investigar y descubrió que se necesitan $70 mil para cubrir las necesidades básicas para poder ser feliz. Increíble, un CEO que no quiso ver que sus empleados sufrieran y que decidió dejar a un lado la lógica capitalista que dicta que hay que ser graduado universitario para ganar mucho dinero o que hay que trabajar para subir en la cadena. Decidió mejor valorar la humanidad de cada uno de sus empleados.

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Rialto’s Morgan Elementary is launching full ‘STEAM’ ahead with project-based learning

COURTESY PHOTO/MORGAN ELEMENTARY

Morgan Elementary students put their science skills to use during a recent STEM Bowl.

By Yazmin Alvarez

wenty-first century learning, growing minds and teamwork are just a few

things launching Morgan Elementary students full STEAM ahead these days. In an effort to fuel futures and stay relevant in new technologies, the Rialto school is focusing on in

Morgan Elementary School in Rialto is applying science, technology, engineering, arts and math —STEAM— to its daily learning in classrooms. integrating science, technology, engineering, arts and math — STEAM. The project-based learning encompasses the processes of critical thinking, analysis, and collaboration where students integrate real world ideas of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics, while fostering the development of STEAM skills for college and career readiness, explained Alex

Vara, Morgan principal. The goal is to create a more active, collaborative way of learning to help prepare students for the future, Vara explained. Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards were available to California approximately three years ago. Morgan has taken on the challenge to offer the hands-on learning opportunities and to teach students

how to solve problems in new, creative ways and generate excitement about STEAM-related careers. Learning experiences include computer science, computer building and programming, Lego Robotics, guitar club and drum line. But the project-based learning isn’t just for students. Several activities are held monthly to include parents in the learning process, including a Science Family Night, a family barbecue, and fall festivals among others, Vara said. “Our campus is spearheading a leading-edge design to meet the needs of the 21st century learners,” Vara said. “Morgan Elementary strives to nurture students’ passion to achieve, and create a lifelong love of learning.” Morgan Elementary is currently offering open enrollment to parents who are interested in innovative instruction, utilizing the Common Core and Next Generation Science standards. To learn more about the school and its various programs, contact Morgan Principal Alex Vara at 909-820-7884.

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Ken Hubbs' memory projected to receive additional multi-media coverage

By Harvey M. Kahn

he legend of the late Colton baseball player Ken Hubbs could receive an added boost on the big screen, the small screen and from the first ever video-taping of the award ceremony held in his honor. The story of Hubbs dying in a plane crash a year after being named 1962 National League Baseball rookie-of-the-year has already been thoroughly reported. But after 50 years in the making, the life of Ken Hubbs is inching closer toward becoming a fulllength docu-drama. Seasoned screen writer Shelly BinghamHusk and veteran director Michael Preece are in place to start rolling. In reality, the Hubbs motion picture could be years away. However, the vintage 90-minute documentary of his life could be making a comeback. "The Glimpse of Greatness" was made in black and white on old 16 millimeter film in 1965 by KTLATV executive producer Bob Speck. "The Glimpse of Greatness" was edited down to 25 minutes on DVD as a time saving measure since it is shown annually at the Ken Hubbs Award Banquet. The film has not been shown in its entirety in 30 years but those at KVCR-TV have expressed an interest in doing so. KVCR-TV is a powerfully transmitted public broadcasting station based on the San Bernardino Valley College campus. "I'm not a baseball fan and have not heard of Ken Hubbs, but I am certainly interested in Ken Hubbs after hearing his story," said KVCR-TV Program Director Ben Holland. "His story definitely has a lot of local appeal." Hubbs attended SBVC in the Major League Baseball off season. He had just finished the fall semester when he and friend Dennis Doyle perished in a aircraft crash outside of Provo, Utah on Feb. 13, 1964. "I've never seen the full length version of The Glimpse of Greatness," said the President of the Ken Hubbs Foundation Ron

Courtesy Photos Ron Doty presenting 2014 Hubbs Award winner Uzoma Owuama. At right Keith Hubbs, brother of the late Ken Hubbs. Doty. "Quite a few television stations broadcasted it in the 1960's." Ron Doty and his brother John Doty were both teammates of Hubbs in different years at Colton HS. Before he died, Ken Hubbs was the first rookie to be voted onto the all-star team by the players. Hubbs also set two MLB fielding records. Doty said this will be the first year that the award banquet will be videotaped for news and promotional purposes. Local television personality Pep Fernandez will be the producer. The Hubbs Award has been presented for 52 years to the high school athlete who best exemplifies Hubbs sportsmanship on and off the field. Each of the 25 high schools in the greater San Bernardino region have a boy and girl athlete who is selected as its school Hubbs award winner. Only one boy and one girl are picked as the overall Ken Hubbs Award winner. Keith Hubbs, the brother of Ken, recalled that "The Glimpse of Greatness" was once aired in every major city in the U.S. Its producer, Bob Speck was a San Bernardino native who graduated SBVC and San Bernardino HS. Speck didn't meet Hubbs until he was part of a recruiting team that tried to lure Hubbs to play basketball at USC. When Hubbs called

off his wedding to his high school sweetheart Linda Pray, Speck eventually married her with the blessings of Hubbs. After Ken Hubbs died, Speck re-

mained close to the Hubbs family. Keith Hubbs said Speck attended many of the first Hubbs Award ceremonies. The first was held in 1964. Keith Hubbs served as

president of the Ken Hubbs Foundation for 38 years. Ron Doty has been its president for the last 14 years. Efforts to reach Bob Speck were not successful.

2016 - KEN HUBBS FOUNDATION SCHOOL WINNERS - 2016

AB MILLER-Megan Ball, Adrian Guzman AQUINAS-Michaella Elad, Jacob Wiens ARROWHEAD CHRISTIAN-Roxanne Standsberry, Rene Rivera Jr. ARROYO VALLEY-Courtney Reed, Ivan Quintero BIG BEAR-China Garcia, Andy Sanchez BLOOMINGTON-Cecilia Magana, Salvador Munoz CAJON-Kayla Washington, Elijah Lilly CARTER-Pamela Baber, Lokeni Toailoa CITRUS VALLEY-Sierrah Long, Chris Shiley COLTON-Melanie Lopez, Chris Florez EISENHOWER-Adriana Corona, Jonathan Caballero FONTANA-Mirella Rodriguez, Rene Lerma GRAND TERRACE-Melanie Olmos, Isaac Ballesteros INDIAN SPRINGS-Angela Solis, Titus Nickson JURUPA HILLS-Kayla Eshleman, Jordan Burrell KAISER-Mariah Wells, Armani Dodson PACIFIC-Lesley Quiroz, Darnell Collins REDLANDS-Madeline Jordan, Xolan Brown REDLANDS EAST VALLEY- Danika Bowman, Jonathan Garcia RIALTO -Tianna Thomas, Reshawn Jackson RIM OF THE WORLD-Lauren Walker, Raul Victorio SAN BERNARDINO-Andrea Contreras-Vasquez, Alexander Mattison

SAN GORGONIO-Cristen Pedroza, Christian Nunez SUMMIT-Jennifer Sandoval, Alexander Sparks YUCAIPA-Janelle Walley, Matt Lee

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San Bernardino, Colton educators receive Countywide recognition

By Anthony Victoria

t takes motivation and hard work to be successful. Take the examples of Jesse Venegas, Bertha Arreguin, and Marcus Wilkerson–individuals who overcame adversity to become distinguished scholars and educators. “You can do whatever you want to do, as long as you work,” said Venegas, a Mathematics teacher at Arroyo Valley High School. “Show your students that you care and they will work for you, they will care for you.” Arreguin, Venegas, and Wilkerson were three of eight educators and community advocates that received recognition from the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools and the San Bernardino County School Boards Association during their 2016 Spring Awards at the Sierra Lakes Golf Club in Fontana on Thursday. Each year, the two agencies recognizes individuals and groups who give outstanding service and support to public education. “These individuals and groups have dedicated their time and energy to supporting students and our public schools across our county,” County Superintendent Ted Alejandre said in a press statement. “They belong to an

exemplary fraternity of those who have served as models as Education Medal of Honor recipients.” The Distinguished Service Awards were given to Arreguin and Wilkerson for their ardent support for students, while Venegas received distinction in Excellence in Education/Student Alumni. Arreguin, who has worked for the Colton Joint Unified School District (CJUSD) for 32 years, has been essential to the development of biliteracy programs. She works closely with the District English Learner Advisory Committee to address parent concerns and giving information on educational opportunities. “Working with such an amazing team has me convinced that we could move mountains,” Arreguin said. “In Colton students are empowered, parents have a voice, and parents are engaged. I live for this.” She said multilingualism provides a gateway of opportunities for students. “Becoming multilingual is a huge asset in today’s global economy,” she said. “Students are prepared to live, work, and play in a multicultural and multilingual and highly connected world. It gives students a huge advan-

tage–opening the door for college scholarships, internships, and jobs that require proficiency in a language other than English.” Wilkerson, who has taught Mathematics at Arroyo Valley High School since the school’s opening in 2001, has built a strong rapport with students due to his tutoring availability and mentorship in step dancing. The 14-year veteran explained being in his position is a responsibility that requires providing young people with motivation to want to succeed. “The students teach me things,” he said. “It’s everyone working as a team. I want to let them know that someone is there to help. Knowing that someone there is important.” Others who received recognition were CJUSD’s Susie Garcia Torres (Volunteer in Action/Community Volunteer), Rialto Unified School District’s Leah Michelle Cash (Volunteer in Action/Service Group), San Bernardino City Unified School District partner Thinkwise Credit Union (Partners In Education/Corporation or Government Agency), Alta Loma School District’s Judy Bach (Excellence in Education/Educational Professional).

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Arroyo Valley High School Math teacher Jesse Venegas speaking to approximately one hundred educator and community supporters at 2016 Spring Awards ceremony on Thursday evening. The annual event, put together by the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools and San Bernardino County School Boards Association, recognizes educators and community partners that are devoted to student success in the region.